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This course is intended to expand beyond the knowledge of a beginner and showcase techniques and tools that today’s top artists use when creating industry standard 3d assets, whether for games or film. From concept to completed high poly model, this course will show you how to approach the sub-d process in Maya 2011. From custom hotkeys to kitbashing – all the way through completion, it showcases the techniques and workflow for creating a highly detailed sci-fi console. With lots of great tips and practical hands on techniques, this course serves as a great workflow tutorial for high quality game assets.
Learn tips and tricks of creating dynamic animation and games design.
- Know about the different branches in animation
- Learn about what goes into making a successful animation
- Understand better about the designing process with this course
- Be able to create your own monsters and creatures at the end of this course
This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

Fireworks

Learn how to rapidly prototype and design for the Web and quickly create and optimize images in this online tutorial series for Adobe Fireworks. You'll be guided in using basic techniques and tools; using effects, jQuery and CSS; layers and masks; and exporting your work for the Web. Adobe Fireworks is a huge update to the one of the most popular applications to create beautiful designs for the Web and Mobile apps, and has many great new features. We’ll start things off with the Fireworks interface, check out some new and improved features related to text and vector objects and round out the training series with topics on jQuery and CSS.Create your masterpiece with Flash CS6 and put it out there for everyone to see. - Learn the basics of Flash CS6 and its tools and techniques- Know how you can apply these skills into your own projects - Know the different tools and techniques in Flash CS6 - Understand the features and functions of the different tools in Flash CS6This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

This course will start with an introduction and teaches many of the advanced techniques talented artists use to create this style of 3d asset. We'll show you the creation process for low poly weapons with a strong emphasis on hand painted texture maps. We'll begin by modelling a sword in Maya 2011, show the unwrapping process, and take you step-by-step through creating hand-painted, stylized textures for both a sword and a shield asset. Following that, we'll dive into reviewing the concept art and blocking out some base shapes, and from there jump into the wonderful world of UV unwrapping. Next, we'll be taking a look at the different stone, metal, and wood surface types we'll be painting, discuss and decide where we can save some texture resolution by sharing UV space, and then get moving on bringing the texture and visual look and feel.
Learn tips and tricks of creating dynamic animation and games design.
- Know about the different branches in animation
- Learn about what goes into making a successful animation
- Understand better about the designing process with this course
- Be able to create your own monsters and creatures at the end of this course
This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

All Design Courses

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In this VTC course, you will learn about the pre-production process behind creating concept art for a video game character. It starts with understanding a character's background. From there, you will proceed to concept sketching and painting, and finally to preparing a finished concept presentation model in 3D. Professional illustrator, television animation art director, and writer Dwayne Ferguson takes you through an in-depth look at the creative process of character design from 2D to 3D. Gain a clearer perspective on the different aspects of 3D Art. - Learn about the various concepts of 3D Arts- Have a clearer understanding of the components in 3D Arts- Brush up on the skills as a Game Designer- Showcase an impressive production of game designThis course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

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Maxwell Render is the unbiased render engine of choice for discerning 3D professionals. With its well-earned reputation for top quality and physical accuracy it is used extensively in the arch-viz, jewelry, advertising, product design, special effects, and animation industries. This course is designed to get you up and running with Maxwell Render quickly and effectively. It is taught in a practical and easy-to-follow manner by successful artist Jason Maranto so that even beginners will be able to successfully utilize the realism and beauty of Maxwell Render. Jason puts a particular emphasis on understanding the powerful material creation capabilities of Maxwell and he packs the course with examples, work files, and over 2000 free materials. This really is the training series that Maxwell users have been waiting for.Make perfect images, films and animations from 3D models. - Learn how Maxwell Render can create satisfactory 3D models - Know how to utilize Maxwell Render to create your own models- Learn the tools and techniques in order to create the perfect models - Know what makes a 3D model an exemplary one

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Autodesk Sketchbook Pro is now one of the most popular art creation applications on both desktop and mobile devices like the iPad. Used by a wide range of people, from cartoonists and product designers to concept artists and painters, Sketchbook Pro has the tools and speed to make the creative process intuitive and enjoyable. In this VTC course, you will learn how to use the interface, create brushes, customize marking menus, and much more. Author and expert Dwayne Ferguson will not only demonstrate tips that will increase your productivity (such as how to set up your Wacom tablet and stylus to enhance your workflow), but he will also provide several invaluable pointers on letting your imagination go. Get started now and you will be on your way to mastering this amazing application on both the desktop and iPad versions of Sketchbook Pro in no time at all!Discover more possibilities with Autodesk!- Learn about the mulitple functions in Autodesk- Find out how Autodesk can produce satisfactory models and rendering - Know more about the versatility of Autodesk products - Upgrade your modelling process to the latest software available in the market This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

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In the past 5 releases Revit MEP has really matured and found critical mass within the engineering and building design field. This VTC course will give you a foundation for every feature you will need to successfully model the systems of a building and release a set of construction documents. Author Damon Ranieri will first focus on the picks, clicks, and tools most often sought after as a user begins to settle into a Revit workflow. From there, he will explore some of the “back of house” tasks like creating templates, choosing appropriate settings, and dealing with a content library. He will show you how to set up the job before moving on to modeling the building systems. You will explore all the features and techniques needed to produce readable drawings efficiently and profitably. In short, this course will take you through the entire life of a project, allowing you to envision how you’ll realistically apply Revit to your work. Discover more possibilities with Autodesk!- Learn about the mulitple functions in Autodesk- Find out how Autodesk can produce satisfactory models and rendering - Know more about the versatility of Autodesk products - Upgrade your modelling process to the latest software available in the market

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Revit Architecture is a building design and documentation system that works the way architects and designers think. With Autodesk Revit Architecture, architects and designers get back to what they love, designing buildings, without their software getting in the way. You can work in any view that makes sense, quickly and easily making changes to major design elements. You can see your ideas visualized on the fly with 3D views and instant shadows. You can even make late-stage changes without worrying about coordinating your plans, schedules, and construction documents. This VTC course is a collection of step-by-step lessons designed to quickly teach you how to get the most out of this powerful software.Discover more possibilities with Autodesk!- Learn about the mulitple functions in Autodesk- Find out how Autodesk can produce satisfactory models and rendering - Know more about the versatility of Autodesk products - Upgrade your modelling process to the latest software available in the market

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Autodesk Mudbox is one of the leading digital sculpting and texture painting applications available to 3D professionals and enthusiasts. With an uncluttered workspace and powerful tools, you can focus on creating amazing pieces of art. New to Mudbox 2013 are multipurpose curves, that you can draw on your models or in the world space, customizable workspaces, hard edge and crease support (for use in conjunction with 3D applications that include this functionality). There is also support for tiled paint and sculpt detail, the ability to flip and mirror your objects, support for 16-bit Photoshop files, and more. And, behind the scenes are workflow enhancements like the new Gigatexel engine, for working with more pixels than ever before. Now, more than ever, 3D artists have the tools they need to take their sculptures and textures to the next level. Professional illustrator, television animation art director, and writer Dwayne Ferguson gives you an in-depth look at Mudbox 2013, taking you through the tools and features you will need to master to take your 3D creativity to the next level. Discover more possibilities with Autodesk!- Learn about the functions in Autodesk- Find out how Autodesk can produce satisfactory models and rendering - Know more about the versatility of Autodesk products - Upgrade your modelling process to the latest software available in the market

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Autodesk Maya remains the industry standard for creating 3D content-- and with good reason! Maya's robust and expansive toolset includes incredible modeling, UV layout, surfacing, lighting, rigging, animation, dynamics, and rendering tools. In fact, this toolset is so extensive and deep that many game and broadcast studios use Maya exclusively for all of their CG production needs. In this introductory VTC course, we will dive into Maya 2013 and touch on all of the different Maya modules by applying these tools to a series of fun exercises. By the end of the course, you'll know your way around the Maya interface and be ready to begin tackling your own projects from start to finish.Discover more possibilities with Autodesk!- Learn about the functions in Autodesk- Find out how Autodesk can produce satisfactory models and rendering - Know more about the versatility of Autodesk products - Upgrade your modelling process to the latest software available in the market This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

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Autodesk AutoCAD 2013 is the latest release of the world’s most widely-used 2D Computer Aided Design (CAD) package. It lets you design, visualize, and communicate your ideas with ease and efficiency. The latest version adds many new features that make designing, plotting, publishing, and scaling so much easier. The new user interface makes commands easier to find and the new cloud collaboration system, Autodesk 360, allows you to utilize the new Autodesk cloud-based technology. In this VTC course, author and expert Shaun Bryant will guide you through all these new features. By the end of the course you will be a competent and confident AutoCAD user impressing customers and colleagues with your ability to plot, publish, and scale with ease. Discover more possibilities with AutoCAD!- Learn about the mulitple functions in Autodesk- Find out how Autodesk can produce satisfactory models and rendering - Know more about the versatility of Autodesk products - Upgrade your modelling process to the latest software available in the market This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

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3ds Max 2013 is an industry standard 3D content solution. With it you can create assets for video games, illustration, websites, advertising, architecture, and more. The feature-rich toolset provides everything your imagination needs to create exciting content that will amaze your audience. In this VTC course, author Dwayne Ferguson will show you what you need to know to get started today, including new features such as the Slate Compositing Editor, Customizable Workspaces, Tabbed Layouts, State Sets, Photoshop Interoperability, and more! Discover more possibilities with Autodesk!- Learn about the mulitple functions in Autodesk- Find out how Autodesk can produce satisfactory models and rendering - Know more about the versatility of Autodesk products - Upgrade your modelling process to the latest software available in the market This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

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Moodle, a Learning Content Management System, is an open-source project that you can install and use anywhere! With Moodle you can train or educate users online using a variety of methods. By virtually connecting to students you can inspire and excite them to learn. This introductory course will address Moodle from an administrative and teaching perspective. Moodle can be a very complex system, but by learning the basic elements, you can create online courses and enroll users so everyone can be a part of the virtual classroom. Take this VTC course and you will not only learn how to add courses and users to Moodle, but you will also learn how to enhance course topics with activities such as databases, wikis, and forums. Find out how to create online learning content now! - Learn how Moodle helps to create online learning material - Know how you can put up learning materials for other to benefit from - Discover different ways to share knowledge and information- Utilize the function of Moodle so that it benefits everyone

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Autodesk 3ds Max is an industry-leading application used to create amazing 3d models and animations. In this VTC course, you will learn how to navigate the interface while exploring the anatomy of 3d models. You will build your own 3d models, discover how to light and render scenes, and learn how to create logo animations. VTC author and professional animator Dwayne Ferguson will also demonstrate how to leverage the power of 3ds Max with several external applications, such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Pixologic ZBrush. Discover more possibilities with Autodesk! - Learn about the mulitple functions in Autodesk - Find out how Autodesk can produce satisfactory models and rendering - Know more about the versatility of Autodesk products - Upgrade your modelling process to the latest software available in the market

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Adobe's Lightroom is the perfect program for photographers that need excellent tools to edit and enhance their iamges. In this course, we look at how to set up Lightroom and adjust preferences so that it works the way we want it to work. Additionally, we look at all the different modules available that ensure our photographs are seen at their best. Our workflow takes in editing and enhancing utilising Lightroom native effects and thrid part effects. We look at exporting our enhanced photographs to the web and to print.Immerse yourself into Photoshop and take your skills to its fullest. - Learn about the tools and techniques available in Adobe Lightroom CC- Know about the different types of photo editing methods used in Adobe Lightroom CC- Learn how you can edit photgraphs up to satisfactory results - See the difference in your photographs after applying your image editing skillThis course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

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Illustrator is part of the Adobe Creative Cloud Applications. It is a vector drawing program. This course is directed toward the beginner. It will discuss how Adobe Illustrator fits into the creative system and how it should contribute to the other Creative Cloud Programs. This course will differentiate between vector and raster programs and their uses. It will guide the participant through the correct and efficient uses of the program. This course will commence with creating files. It will instruct on ways to navigate the program. It will give an extensive overview of the user interface. There will be focus on the tools, their applications and basic techniques that can be applied to the user’s workflow. Finally, outputting the final product by printing, saving and exporting for print or web use.Take your creativity to the next level with Illustrator CC!- Know the differences between vector and raster programs - Learn about the tools in Illustrator CC and how to utilize them - Know how to create your own design using Illustrator CC- Be able to produce content using Illustrator CCThis course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

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Adobe's Photoshop is the perfect program for photographers and illustrators that need excellent tools to edit and enhance their images and graphics. In this course, we look at how to set up Photoshop and adjust preferences so that it works the way we want it to work. Additionally, we look at many different functions available that ensure our photographs are seen at their best. The workflow takes in editing and enhancing utilizing Photoshop native effects and third part effects.Dive into Photoshop and take your skills to its fullest. - Learn from the basic to advanced skills in Photoshop CC- Know about the different types of photo editng available in Photoshop CC- Learn how you can edit photgraphs with satisfactory results - Learn more about the usability of editing images using Photoshop CC

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Adobe Audition is one of the most comprehensive audio editors available today. During this course, the user will learn how to set up the program in terms of preferences, but also how to quickly and conveniently navigate the user interface. Additionally, organising assets and workspaces are investigated for best practice. Recording directly into Audition, and importing files is an important consideration taught too. Moving forward, we look at cleaning up and optimizing audio files utilizing native and VST effects. The course concludes by looking at combining audio files within the multitrack session editor.Discover how to optimize your audio quality with Adobe Audition.- Learn the tools and techniques for quality audio- Know different editing methods using Adobe Audition- Master these skills and apply to your projects- Know why Adobe Audition is used to create optimal audio filesThis course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.

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Adobe InDesign CC 2014/15 - Advanced Takes you to the next level with Adobe's premier page layout software. Following up to the Beginner course, long time VTC author, Brian White makes you through advanced graphic and text features including conditional text, live captions, tables and long documents. He then guides you through the interactive features such as Interactive PDF presentations, animation and creating e-books. The course closes with Adobe’s latest release, InDesign CC 2015.Begin your journey with InDesign Advanced CC today!- Learn about the basics of Adobe InDesign and it's functions - Know how Adobe InDesign is used to producce templates - Be able to edit and produce stellar documents - Know about the advantages of producing with InDesign todayThis course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible.